Kane calls Haaland a 'beast' but prioritizes World Cup win

England captain Harry Kane described Norway's star striker Erling Haaland as a "beast" with incredible physical attributes ahead of their 2026 World Cup quarter-final clash. Kane, speaking at a press conference in Miami, acknowledged their differing playing styles, noting Haaland's physical prowess while highlighting his own preference for interacting more with the game and the ball.

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Haaland is a beast, his physical conditions are incredible.

"It's impossible for me to say who is better between us two. We are different strikers with different characteristics," Kane stated. "Haaland is a beast, his physical conditions are incredible. I consider myself a different striker, I also score goals, but I like to interact more with the game, get in contact with the ball. It's impossible to compare us."

Despite the individual accolades and the competition for the tournament's top scorer title, Kane emphasized that his primary goal is to win the World Cup with England. He acknowledged the high-scoring nature of the tournament for top strikers but reiterated his commitment to scoring goals to help his team secure the championship.

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It's impossible for me to say who is better between us two. We are different strikers with different characteristics.

The quarter-final match between England and Norway is scheduled for Saturday at the Hard Rock Stadium in Miami. The winner will advance to face either Switzerland or Argentina in the next round.

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My main goal is to win the World Cup with England, not the Golden Boot. But I know my job is to score goals to help the team.